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Terraform Labs’ liquidation approved by U.S. Bankruptcy Court, prioritizing investor compensation. Company must settle obligations before addressing $4.47B SEC fine. Asset distribution estimated between $184.5M and $442.2M. Regulatory compliance emphasized for crypto firms.
Texas court dismisses @Consensys case against the SEC on procedural grounds. The judge did not address whether $ETH is a security, leaving crucial regulatory questions unanswered. Consensys plans to continue its legal efforts to clarify Ethereum’s status.
Louisiana accepts its first cryptocurrency payment for state services using $LBTC. Residents can now pay with $BTC, $USDC, and $LBTC. @BeadPay converts crypto to USD, enhancing security and reducing fraud. First transaction by the Wildlife and Fisheries Department.
Ukrainian experts at the IT Ukraine Conference compared crypto tax proposals from the Ministry of Digital Transformation and NSSMC, highlighting the impact on market growth and innovation. Aligning regulations with international standards is key to post-war economic recovery.
Ethereum whale moves 10,000 $ETH to Kraken after two years of inactivity. The wallet, originally holding 50,000 $ETH, still retains about 9,298 $ETH worth $22.66M. Ethereum price up 5% this week.
Charles Hoskinson will meet Argentine President Javier Milei at Tech Forum Argentina on Oct 19, 2024, to discuss blockchain’s role in governance and economy, including plans for a CBDC. This could bolster Argentina’s economic recovery.
FinTech LIVE 2024, happening in London on Oct 22-23, will feature a hybrid format with key topics on digital banking, AI, and financial services. The event will conclude with the Global FinTech Awards, celebrating industry excellence.
Fal.ai secures $23M in funding from a16z, Kindred Ventures, and others to advance generative AI for media. The platform, used by over 500,000 developers, generates 50M media files daily, highlighting strong market demand and community engagement.
German regulators shut down 47 cryptocurrency exchanges for money laundering. Authorities collected user and transaction data to aid cybercrime investigations. The crackdown aims to reinforce market legitimacy and prevent misuse, highlighting the importance of AML and KYC compliance.
Anthony Scaramucci urges @KamalaHarris to distance from SEC Chair Gary Gensler and Sen. Elizabeth Warren to foster crypto growth. He warns a Trump presidency could harm the digital assets sector. Progress in crypto legislation is crucial.
Hackers breached the X accounts of Neymar, Oliver Stone, and others to promote the scam token $HACKED, netting only $8000. Speculation arises over possible links between the account owners and hackers. Security in the crypto space remains a critical issue.
Rari Capital and founders settle SEC charges, agreeing to reimburse profits and face fines. The founders also face a five-year ban on similar activities. Rari Capital, once peaking at $1B TVL, shut down due to security breaches.
Fed cuts rates by 50 basis points to stabilize labor market and address inflation. Powell aims for 2% inflation, with future data-driven cuts projected. Bitcoin ($BTC) jumps above $62K post-announcement. Powell signals cautious approach for economic stability.
Vitalik Buterin discusses AI risks and crypto synergy. Highlights include decentralized AI models for security, potential applications in medicine and education, and using cryptocurrency to fund open-source AI, fostering a decentralized and ethical tech landscape.
